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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Neuroblastoma

ICD-10 Coding for Neuroblastoma

C47.0
C49.9
C79.51

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for neuroblastoma includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Adrenal neuroblastoma
Peripheral neuroblastoma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Neuroblastoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Neuroblastoma

Use ICD-10 code C47.0 for malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of head, face and neck, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of head, face and neck

Billable Code
C47.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed diagnosis of neuroblastoma in the adrenal gland

Applicable To

  • • Adrenal neuroblastoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the primary site and laterality.

Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified

Billable Code
C49.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging confirmation of neuroblastoma in non-adrenal sites
  • • Biopsy results

Applicable To

  • • Peripheral neuroblastoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure accurate documentation of the tumor site and type.

Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

Billable Code
C79.51
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • mIBG scan confirmation of bone metastases

Applicable To

  • • Metastatic neuroblastoma to bone

Important Notes

  • • Document all metastatic sites clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z51.11

Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

Use when the encounter is primarily for chemotherapy administration.

Z51.12

Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

Use when the encounter is primarily for immunotherapy administration.

Z94.81

Bone marrow transplant status

Use when patient has undergone a bone marrow transplant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for neuroblastoma?

The ICD-10 code for neuroblastoma primarily depends on the tumor's location. C47.0 is used for adrenal neuroblastoma, while C49.9 is for peripheral neuroblastoma.

How do you code metastatic neuroblastoma?

For metastatic neuroblastoma, use C79.51 for bone metastases, alongside the primary neuroblastoma code.

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